For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 182 students in Ely, MN.
The top-ranked public high school in Ely, MN is Memorial High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ely, MN public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Minnesota public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Ely have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public high schools.
Ely, MN public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Minnesota average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Memorial High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Minnesota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public high school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public High Schools in Ely, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Memorial High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
600 E Harvey St
Ely, MN 55731
(218) 365-6166
Ely, MN 55731
(218) 365-6166
Gr: 9-12 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
Ely Isd 696 Credit Recovery
Alternative School
600 E Harvey St
Ely, MN 55731
(218) 741-9201
Ely, MN 55731
(218) 741-9201
Gr: 9-12 | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Ely, MN?
The top-ranked public high schools in Ely, MN include Memorial High School.
How many public high schools are located in Ely?
2 public high schools are located in Ely.
What is the racial composition of students in Ely?
Ely public high schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public high schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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